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Guides to help you understand classic cars of all makes, with dedicated coverage of the Porsche 356 and 911. Models, originality and decisions to address before a purchase or restoration.
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From the first Pre-A models to the A, B and C series: identifying models and interpreting details.
Follow the reading pathDocuments, viewings and questions to clarify before choosing a car.
Follow the reading pathChoosing the work, understanding its stages and assessing the estimate.
Follow the reading pathDistinguishing identity, specification and state of preservation.
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13 guides
How to check parts and availability before restoring a classic Mercedes. Prepare your car’s assessment with SC Classic in Milan.
Read the guide : Mercedes d’epoca: verificare i ricambi prima del restauroThe car’s condition, the loading method and the information to collect: a guide to preparing the move to the workshop or into storage.
Read the guide : Trasporto auto d’epoca: cosa preparare prima del ritiroHow to prepare a classic car for the winter stop: environment, battery, tyres and checks to agree before storage.
Read the guide : Rimessaggio auto d’epoca: come preparare la sosta invernalePreparing to buy a classic car of any make: documents, viewing, work history and questions to clarify before deciding.
Read the guide : Buying a classic car: documents and checksPreserving, repairing or completely restoring a classic car: criteria and questions to help decide while respecting its condition, history and use.
Read the guide : Conservation or complete restoration: how to choosePreparing to inspect a classic Porsche 911: identification, bodywork, mechanical history, testing and a report of the findings.
Read the guide : Classic Porsche 911: what to check before buyingFrom initial assessment to final testing: the stages of a complete restoration and the documents to agree with the workshop for a clearly defined project.
Read the guide : How a complete classic car restoration worksWhat Porsche matching numbers establish, which checks they require and why they do not, on their own, certify the originality and condition of the entire car.
Read the guide : Porsche matching numbers: what they really meanA guide to inspecting a Porsche 356 before purchase: identification, documents, body shell, mechanical systems and the limits of remote checks.
Read the guide : What to check before buying a Porsche 356Comparing Porsche 356 A, B and C models: bodywork, T1–T6 developments and brakes. Useful clues for identifying a version and assessing its consistency.
Read the guide : Porsche 356 A, B and C: the main differencesWhat determines the cost of a Porsche 356 restoration: body shell, mechanical systems, parts and finishing. How to request and compare an estimate.
Read the guide : How much does it cost to restore a Porsche 356?Identity, specification and preservation: assessing the originality of a Porsche 356 through documents, evidence and practical questions.
Read the guide : How to identify an original Porsche 356From reading to your car
The guides help you prepare your questions. To assess condition and possible work, the next step is to discuss your car.